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The updated kitchen has Whirlpool appliances, soapstone countertops and a Kingston Brass faucet.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For Anna-Louise Wolfe, the one-bedroom, one-bath Buckhead condo offered an urban location as well as old-world charm and greenery, she said.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Part of what drew Anna-Louise Wolfe to the Collier House condominiums were unique features like the terra-cotta gabled roof and Corinthian columns supporting the tiered porches. The building in Buckhead's Ardmore...Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Anna-Louise Wolfe likes how a small home bar adds to a home, though she says she's "more of a rose girl." She keeps some simple cocktail ingredients on hand for guests.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Anna-Louise Wolfe has always been a collector of blue and white porcelain, so when she realized none of the other rooms had a strong blue themes, she opted for a classic blue-and-white kitchen.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Wallpaper from Thibaut adds a youthful twist to the classic blue-and-white kitchen.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Cut velvet animal print from Cowtan & Tout is on the chairs, and a portrait of Anna-Louise Wolfe's aunt hangs over the bar cart.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Although the fabric Anna-Louise Wolfe used in her bedroom is no longer manufactured, with leftover fabric from a project she did several years ago she had enough to upholster the chair as well as create a matching...HANDOUT

In the dining room, Anna-Louise Wolfe used the pattern on the curtains, Oriental Bird by Lee Jofa, as the starting point for the rest of the space.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

As a child Anna-Louise Wolfe had subscriptions to design magazines, which she still keeps in her home. Plants and bursts of color, such as the yellow chair in the living room, help give a traditional-style condo...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Using books for decoration can also give you height when accessorizing a space. Anna-Louise Wolfe raised the fern in her living room to just the right height with her Asian foo dogs creating a strikingly colorful...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A bold black-and-white tile floor balanced with pink fabrics gives the bathroom a feminine feel. The home is on the Jan. 26 Young Collectors' Home Tour, which is a part of the 2019 Cathedral Antiques Show.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

"Books help make a home, and they're pretty in decorating," said Anna-Louise Wolfe, who collects titles on design, art and anything on the royal family. The home is on the Jan. 26 Young Collectors' Home Tour, which...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Both of Anna-Louise Wolfe's grandmothers collected Asian decor, and the antique chest of drawers in the living room, as well as much of the rose medallion porcelain, is inherited from her maternal grandmother. She's...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

To put a fresh spin on the classic Cowtan & Tout pattern The Setter, Anna-Louise Wolfe decided to draw out the mauve tones instead of the typically used greens and reds of the print. She also brought small touches...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The living room's color scheme was based around The Setter, an iconic Cowtan & Tout pattern that Anna-Louise Wolfe used to reupholster the Chippendale wingback chair she inherited from her maternal grandmother.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The pattern in the headboard is used as the base for the rest of the room's color palette. Anna-Louise Wolfe continued the soft pink hues in the bedroom's accents.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The creamware collection over the bed Anna-Louise Wolfe found on eBay, and the Staffordshire dogs resting on brackets came from an antique store in Rome, Ga. The wall is painted Love Always from Benjamin Moore.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

In the sunroom, Anna-Louise Wolfe used the vintage and iconic Lee Jofa print, Hollyhock, as the basis for the design, using solid color elsewhere in order to balance the pattern.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Built to provide for a cross-breeze prior to air-conditioning units, the sunroom enjoys natural light from all sides. The home can be seen during the Jan. 26 Young Collectors' Home Tour, which is one event during...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Anna-Louise Wolfe lives with her long-haired Chihuahua, Elsie, in her fully redecorated condominium in Ardmore Park. She owns Anna-Louise Wolfe, Ltd., an interior design firm.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The traditional home in Brookhaven has 2,689 square feet, four bedrooms and three baths. It was built in 1998.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Being around water is naturally soothing and relaxing, especially with the sound of the waterfall, said homeowner Joyce Jarema. She resurfaced the pool with a Pebble Tec finish and installed new tile. It was an...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The hedgehog lamps, from Target, are unexpected and pretty elements in the entryway, said homeowner Joyce Jarema. The mirror is from Kirkland's and the vase is an Jonathan Adler piece from several years ago.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Humorous artwork by Angela Rossi lines the upstairs hallway. Joyce Jarema said she saw some of the artwork as note cards and loved her style.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

One change that saved money but didn't sacrifice style was adding vessel sinks to the existing vanity, which gave the bathroom a modern look. The homeowner credits her designer, Jennifer Eanes Foster. "She is so...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

New sinks and plumbing fixtures join existing cabinets, knobs and makeup vanity in the bright white bathroom.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

They added a black-and-white rug to coordinate with the look of the existing shower tile and marble floors in the bathroom.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

To update the master bathroom, she installed new plumbing fixtures and faucets from Amazon on the existing vanities. The grout was recolored gray to freshen up the floors.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The porch now is screened in, but the homeowner kept the ceiling painted blue. The outdoor sofa and rug are from Target. The black wicker chairs are by Lloyd Flanders. There's a connection to the homeowner's grandmother...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

In the powder room, the Thibaut wallpaper was a necessity to cover up faded wallpaper without having to install new drywall. The timeless pattern combines with a chunky mirror from Overstock that the homeowner painted...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Hedgehog lamps and a blue rug give the foyer a vibrant and lighthearted look. The fluffy Flokati bench with acrylic legs is from Amazon.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The home's high-low style includes a Biedermeier-style dining table and chairs paired with an affordable settee from Walmart.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The living room was transformed into an entertainment area with an air hockey table and framed photos of musicians and singers David Byrne, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, James Brown, Anthony Kiedis and George ClintonText by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The curvy lines of the Biedermeier-style dining table and chairs, from Nottingham Antiques, are elegant and timeless, said homeowner Joyce Jarema. She appreciates how Dave Moore layers colors in his paintings. "I...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A trio of textured vases from Target and HomeGoods are part of the home's winter white decor. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reynolds Rogers/Fast Copy News Service.HANDOUT

In the renovations, the mantel also was redesigned. Joyce Jarema painted the double rocker to match the palette, which combines pieces from CB2, West Elm, Hayneedle, Ikea and World Market.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A mini bar on a white tray from World Market combines vases from CB2 and Ikea with handblown glasses from Janke Studios in Atlanta.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Repainted white cabinets give the Brookhaven kitchen a classic and timeless update. The countertops are granite and the pendants are from Pottery Barn.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Original artwork by Dave Moore and patterns in the carpet tiles from FLOR give the family room a modern and whimsical design style. The slipcovered sofas are from Ikea and the Abbyson Janley coffee table is from...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen was big enough for a table, especially with space-saving solutions such as benches that allow barstools to pull up to the peninsula. The furniture and accessories are from Target, Ikea, Pottery Barn...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The renovated kitchen has new appliances, a sink, lighting and fixtures. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reynolds Rogers/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A tray from Target holds affordable accessories, such as a vase from HomeGoods and a planter with succulents from Ikea.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A white and gray geometric rug from Overstock, bedspread from West Elm and gray bedskirt from Stein Mart are paired in one of the home's four bedrooms.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The homeowner covered the side tables from Pier 1 Imports with glass tops for an extra touch. The artwork is from World Market and the teal headboard is from Walmart.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Jennifer Eanes Foster with Eanes Foster Design (left) and Joyce Jarema (right) made quick, cost-conscious decisions for a high-low makeover in Jarema's Brookhaven home. "An interior designer like Jennifer will help...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A garage with a bedroom on top was added to the house, connected by a breezeway with wooden swings. For the architectural design, the Porches hired David Doran of Classical Concepts.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The Porches bought the 1972 Marietta ranch in 2017, starting renovations the day they closed with the help of Jason's father Clark Porche, owner of Monogram Homes. The home has 4,500 square feet, five bedrooms and...Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The Porches covered the raised patio next to the pool to make the space easier to enjoy in the heat. They added skylights in order to allow the natural light to come inside.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The house now has the look of a modern farmhouse, but it retains reminders of a split-level ranch, with a few stairs separating each of the four floors.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

A landing on the top floor doubles as an office with a corner desk from Pottery Barn. The space is open to the rest of the house, and texture was added with grasscloth wallpaper. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News...HANDOUT

The Porches renovated two houses, if you count this playhouse from Costco that they turned into the chic "Porche City Market" for their two young daughters. The market is in a playroom next to the basement den.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The basement sunroom was added by the previous owners. The Porches made adjustments to the built-ins to accommodate a flat-screen television. Outfitted with a couch and chairs from Pottery Barn, and a table from...Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

A custom kegerator built by Jason Porche completed the basement bar, along with decor from Target, a prep sink from Sinkology and faucet from Pfister. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast...Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

Woven stools from Ballard Designs draw the natural wood tones from the floor upward and the dark metal legs match the pendants from Shades of Light. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

With a kitchen island spanning 13 feet, the renovated white kitchen has become a natural gathering place for the family and guests. The pendants are from Shades of Light and the woven bar stools are from Ballard...Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

The style of the chandelier lighting, like this Pottery Barn light fixture above the dining room table, brings a touch of farmhouse style to the Porches' interior renovations.Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

The girls' rooms are connected by two mirror-image bathrooms. Since the window seat area is narrow, doors from Swinging Cafe Doors provide privacy for the toilets without blocking the space with full doors.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

Avery's upholstered bed is from RH, and her room enjoys the same soft glow as Hadley's with Crystorama wall sconces from Build.com.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

In the girls' bathrooms, the vanities and floor tile are from Lowe's and the mirrors from HomeGoods. A chandelier from PBteen marks the center of the shared bathrooms. The wall sconces are from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Crystorama wall sconces from Build.com surround Hadley's daybed with a soft glow.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

As part of the renovations, the Porches expanded and upgraded the laundry room. In addition to the Samsung appliances, they added a copper sink from Sinkology and a drying rack from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

While Emily Porche maintained a neutral palette, relying mainly on shades of white and cream, the brown tones in features like the mantel, exposed beams and leather armchairs add contrast. The furniture is from...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

A deep RH couch in the master sunroom is paired with a custom ottoman. The draperies and rug are from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Skylights bring in the wooded view and light, while a beamed ceiling and chandelier from RH fit with the modern farmhouse interior.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

The tufted bed from Ballard Designs and a rug from Pottery Barn bring the modern farmhouse feel into the master bedroom.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

The renovation opened up the main floor so that the kitchen is connected to the rest of the living spaces. The kitchen also enjoys unobstructed views of the pool and the Indian Hills Country Club golf course.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Emily Porche is a marketing professional who also blogs about interior design (theporcheplace.com). She and her family moved into their Marietta home in 2017.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The townhome in Parkhaven, an Ashton Woods community in Brookhaven, has 2,240 square feet, three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The farmhouse-style Emmerson dining room table by West Elm is Zach Sabo's favorite piece of furniture in the Brookhaven townhouse. Seated on the West Elm bench or chairs, Zach and his wife Jenny play plenty of board...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Dedica espresso machine made by De'Longhi is one of the many red accents in the Sabo's clean-lined, modern kitchen. The soft gray tile backsplash that wraps around the kitchen counters the bold hues with a cool...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Sabo's modern townhouse kitchen gets a hint of farmhouse charm from the antique Coca-Cola island centerpiece found at Woodstock Market. The vibrant color pops against the sleek, quartz countertop on the eat-in...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The gold-painted T-Rex head mounted over Zach Sabo's desk with regal prominence was a housewarming gift from his mother.Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Zach Sabo's basement office space serves both style and function, incorporating his love for skiing, the outdoors and even some cartoon characters in an eclectic gallery wall. The vidaXL reclaimed wood desk from...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The antique barrel coffee table that sits at the foot of the leather Chesterfield sofa from Joss and Main is the first item Zach and Jenny Sabo purchased together. The "treasure chest," as they call it, now serves...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The typewriter that sits on Zach Sabo's reclaimed wood desk is the same one he saw as a child when he visited his mother at work. Now, the piece adds a classic charm to the basement office. "It's what I grew up...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Adjacent to the dark wood coffee table from World Market, the Vapor daybed sectional from Z Gallerie is topped with yellow pillows for an inviting touch to the modern living room.Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Clemson grad Jenny Sabo and UGA alum Zach Sabo keep the college football spirit alive with vintage-style wall art. The rustic Joss and Main blanket ladder and vinyl record player that belonged to Zach's mom in high...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

From the metallic hanging pot rack made by Enclume, to the weathered, custom-made barrel table made by The Rusted Barrel in north Georgia, industrial and farmhouse styles blend with ease in the modern Brookhaven...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen island with built-in shelves is one of Zach Sabo's favorite features. The Maxx metal bar stools from Pottery Barn stay tucked under the white quartz countertop until guests come over for football viewing...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

White Shaker cabinets and soft gray walls brighten the clean-lined interiors of the Sabo's open main floor. Text by Annie Campbell/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The buffalo check table runner from Pottery Barn draped across the West Elm Emmerson reclaimed wood dining table adds a hint farmhouse elegance to the modern dining room. Homeowner Jenny Sabo contrasts metallic...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Windows from Zach Sabo's childhood Woodstock home have been repurposed into a whimsical display that twinkles with white lights all year long. Complete with a light gray chaise lounge from RH and golden poufs from...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Zach and Jenny Sabo have fallen in love with their Brookhaven home's open floor plan and high ceilings. "We host a lot of football games over here," Zach said, "so if people aren't super interested in the game,...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

White Shaker cabinets and soft gray walls brighten the clean-lined interiors of the Sabo's open main floor.Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The eclectic gallery wall combining Jenny and Zach Sabo's favorite themes of wildlife and travel highlights the space above the Emmerson reclaimed wood dining table and bench from West Elm. The Sculptural Glass...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Rescue pet Wayne, sporting his best University of Georgia attire, sits in front of the West Elm Emmerson reclaimed wood dining table and bench where owners Jenny and Zach Sabo spend many hours playing board games...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The typewriter that sits on Zach Sabo's reclaimed wood desk is the same one he saw as a child when he visited his mother at work. Now, the piece adds a classic charm to the basement office. "It's what I grew up...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

One of the three-and-a-half baths in the modern townhouse, the master bathroom offers a deep-set soaking tub with "marbled" white and gray tile. Rose gold touches from the West Elm Gallery frames and blush tones...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Painted with "Chalk Board" by Rust-Oleum, the chalk wall is the newest addition to the Sabo's Brookhaven kitchen. The couple had one in their old basement for guests to leave signatures and messages, and it was...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The West Elm flannel duvet in a retro pattern described as "tossed lines" is a comfortable yet chic centerpiece in the Sabo's Brookhaven townhouse master bedroom. The mirrored side table from Intaglia Home Collection...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

One of the three bedrooms started with a London theme, but transitioned into the "travel room" as the Sabos collected more souvenirs from their European travels. A Swiss blanket from their honeymoon in Switzerland...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The unique carbon fiber cello by Luis and Clark sends a powerful melody throughout the open main floor when played by amateur cellist Zach Sabo. "It's more durable than wood cellos and has a very beautiful, deep...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Zach Sabo, a real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, and Jenny Sabo, an in-house lawyer with Insight Global, live in Brookhaven. The couple moved into their Craftsman-style townhouse...Text by Annie Campbell/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers/Fast Copy News Service

The Grant Park Queen Anne-style home was built in 1868 and has 8,450 square feet, seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. Known as the Burns Mansion, the home was on the Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

Many features of the 1868 house are original, and any updates or repairs over the years have been kept as close to authentic as possible, including the cedar shake on the turret and top level, the homeowners said...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The kitchen is the center of their family life, and the layout makes it easy for the homeowners to keep tabs on the many kids who flow in and out. The black cabinet next to the farm table was made for the Millers...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

When the Millers added the library, they installed a half bath behind a secret door in the built-in bookshelves.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

When one of the previous owners expanded the kitchen onto what was a porch, they kept the 40-foot well, but covered it. Another owner cleaned it out, added accent lighting, a granite countertop and a sealed glass...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

Bradbury & Bradbury paper on the ceiling brings the Victorian feel into the kitchen, which has an unusual feature: a well turned into an island. A flower arrangement by Alvin Moore incorporates deep reds and greens...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

Even the Millers' gym is decorated for the holidays. A sports-themed tree is decorated with medals from various events, a garland made from their kids' swim ribbons and a tree skirt fashioned from past jerseys.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The Millers turned to floral designer Alvin Moore for traditional wreaths and holiday arrangements.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The Millers completed a few renovations, including turning two rooms that were nothing but studs into a home gym and a library. The library is Matt's favorite room, a cozy place to enjoy company.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

A cheerful holiday mantel is decorated with Christmas cards, an advent box and candles. Throughout the house, 420 flames are lit for the Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes, when all electric lights have to be...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The glass chandelier in the formal dining room gives a soft vintage glow.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

During the holidays Erin Miller enjoys setting out the fine china and silver to dress up the formal dining room.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The wallpapered formal dining room is centered around the Victorian-style table, which seats plenty of guests for holidays and special occasions.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

An intricate pendant in the master bedroom is evocative of torchlight, and the upward-facing bulbs illuminate the ceiling medallion.Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photos by Reann Huber

Erin Miller likes to incorporate live plants whenever possible for the holiday decor. Poinsettias are a go-to, and she embraces traditional holiday hues such as red.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

St. Nicholas welcomes guests during the Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes. The Miller family has participated in four tours, and the 1868 home, known as the Burns Mansion, is filled with Victorian-era elements...Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

A gold and peacock-hued Christmas tree sits next to a dresser in the turret, one of the defining features in the Grant Park mansion. Bradbury & Bradbury paper covers the walls and the ceiling, creating a starry...Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

Features such as stained glass mix with modern-day accessories in one of the kids' rooms. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast Copy News Service.HANDOUT

Two of the bathrooms in the six-bathroom house have clawfoot tubs added by a previous owner.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

The Victorian-style wallpaper in the master bedroom is from Bradbury & Bradbury. James Pond, a previous owner, added a collection of designer wallpaper throughout the house.Text by Kat Khoury/Photo by Reann Huber

Matthew and Erin Miller (center) live in the 1868 Queen Anne-style home with their children, Baikal, 13, Rybolt, 11, and Garvin, 7, and their Saint Bernards, Atunda and Angus. Erin's cousin Ben Rybolt (left), his...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photo by Reann Huber

The Tudor-style home, which has 3,900 square feet, will be on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9. The chairs are from Intown Ace Hardware-Decatur, and the salvaged wood trees are by Dryads Dancing...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Tudor-style home will be on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9. The family's pets include Luna, a Weimaraner.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

West Elm is the homeowner's go-to store for classic, comfortable furniture with clean lines, including the gray sectional in the living room. There's bit of sparkle in every room, with accessories from Sugarboo...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The advent calendar is as old as the homeowner's 16-year-old son. In each door are fabric ornaments that the family opens and put on the tree on top. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Santa on the mantel, flanked by lanterns and reindeer statues, was on the homeowner's mantel when she was growing up. "I love that he's woodsy and rustic," Jen Newman said.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchenette provides easy access to snacks and sodas when her kids have friends over. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The layout has spaces for her kids to hang out with their friends to watch movies or play video games. The couch is from West Elm, and the color fits with the homeowner's love for red during the holidays. Jen Newman...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Holiday decorations with a rustic flair fill the white built-ins and mantel in the fireside family room. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Seasonal decor and folk art infuse color, while throws and pillows bring in a cozy, lodge look. The walls are painted Sherwin-Williams' Agreeable Gray.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The homeowner's favorite piece of furniture is the table made out of salvaged pieces: exterior barn walls for the top and banisters from a home for the legs. Homeowner Jen Newman, who previously owned a Decatur...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen's clean and neutral palette, with granite countertops and subway tile backsplash, was just what Jen Newman desired. "You can add your own sense of style to it. I think your accessories should speak,...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For a high-low purchase, she mixed and matched the island stools. Two are made from gears by a local artist and purchased from Kudzu Antiques, and two are from World Market. She also was surprised to find that the...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The "bright and happy" main space is where Jen Newman and her kids often hang out together. "We cook, chat, dine and lounge together in this special place," she said.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

When the weather is nice, Jen Newman often opens her kitchen door to the back deck she added after she purchased the home in 2016. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reynolds Rogers/Fast Copy...HANDOUT

Fresh flowers and candles - two key ingredients in the home's holiday attire - decorate a table that the homeowner commissioned from an artist, using salvaged barn wood.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The home was renovated by previous owners in 2014, who added the staircase. "I love how there is the open staircase in the middle of the house. It's one of my favorite parts of the house," said Jen Newman.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For Christmas, homeowner Jen Newman blends favorite elements, including a handmade soy Himalayan candle, fresh flowers, photos and sparkle. The home is on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Salvaged materials, including a window, lend a primitive air to a handcrafted table in the living room, topped with a vase and small tree from Intown Ace Hardware-Decatur.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Homeowner and mom Jen Newman snagged the creamy "cuddle chair" from HomeGoods. "When you get in it, it hugs you. We all fight over it," she said. The rest of the open living space has a mix of handcrafted items...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

During the year, the interiors are comfortable and classic with touch of eclectic, said homeowner Jen Newman, with furniture from West Elm, HomeGoods and handcrafted items. For the holiday season, she brings in...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Shabby chic sets the scene for daughter Lilly Newman's room. She designed her bedroom with a pink palette, fuzzy pillows, and whimsical accessories and art. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The master bedroom's decor is contemporary yet cozy. "I think color changes the mood. For me, blue, and gray, is really soothing," she said. She built the headboard by drawing and cutting the pattern on plywood...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Jen Newman and her children, Lilly, 12, and Jake, 16, live in Avondale Estates with their pets including dogs, Luna, a Weimaraner, and Drew "Breesy," a Boston Terrier, and a cat, Daphanie. .Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The columned neoclassical estate with a Victorian-style wraparound porch was built in 1921 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. The residence, which they call Halcyon Oaks, will host the...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The living room's Chinese red walls are layered with gold glaze to create depth of hue, said homeowner and retired interior designer Daphne Eaton. The tapestries in the living room were purchased by her parents...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The library opens to a bar in the Buckhead home. In 1977, the Eatons added a two-story addition that includes the library behind the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The office was part of a second rear addition and completed with beadboard and a beamed ceiling.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The couple share an office, which was among the additions in 2000 and has views of the backyard. "There's green all around and we're together," Daphne said. While much of the home has family heirlooms, the round...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The pool was added by Daphne Eaton's parents, and she and her husband converted it to a saltwater pool when they moved into the home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For the eclectic interiors, Daphne Eaton blended Georgian, Chippendale, Empire and other traditional dark wood styles with Asian art and artifacts, family portraits, heirlooms and collections of travel mementos...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The renovated kitchen has granite countertops and backsplash and extra features, such an extra row of cabinets and a pass-through to the pantry.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen was expanded and updated in 2000 with cabinets painted a custom cream blend, an island with a reclaimed wood top and granite perimeter countertops.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The butler's pantry, which includes an American Standard farmhouse sink and an extra dishwasher, is accessible to the dining room, kitchen and a catering entrance to the driveway. The countertop is made of reclaimed...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The dining room is furnished with family pieces, including an oversized mahogany Empire table, sideboard and server. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The traditional library, which is paneled in chestnut, was added to the home in 1977. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.HANDOUT

The solarium, which was added by Daphne Eaton's parents when they enclosed what was a screened porch with glass, is a more contemporary element in the neoclassical Buckhead estate.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The home displays an array of keepsakes from various travels and family members. The Italian figures of Samurai warriors were collected by homeowner Daphne Eaton's parents.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A 12-foot-long Japanese screen in gold leaf is one of the many heirlooms in the 1921 Buckhead home. Homeowner and retired interior designer Daphne Eaton said she's drawn to the color of Asian art. Her mother, Elisabeth...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

An Imari porcelain charger in the stairwell is one of the couple's favorite collected items in their home. They purchased it in New Orleans. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.

A four-poster bed blends with a curved cane seat bench and textured accessories in a guest bedroom with gold tones.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Homeowner Daphne Eaton, a retired interior designer, said she aims for her rooms to have a warm and hospitable atmosphere for family and friends. Many of the furnishings have dark wood as she blended design styles...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

A checked chaise provides a space to lounge by the fireplace in one of the four bedrooms in the Buckhead residence.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Architect Keith Summerour suggested a Juliet balcony when he renovated the upstairs master suite. "The minute he said that, we said, 'Cha-ching, we're going to go for a balcony there,'" Daphne Eaton said. The balcony...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The master bathroom was renovated in 2000 with details such as marble countertops, tile with a Greek key design and pocket doors. A balcony was added, instead of double windows.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Asian art and colorful rugs blend with blue-and-white furnishings and porcelain in the living spaces and bedrooms.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Updates by Keith Summerour and Laura Howard modernized the home in a way that the older architectural features were embedded in the newer work, Boyd Eaton said. "They maintained the spirit and the atmosphere of...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Dr. Boyd Eaton and his wife, Daphne, moved into her family's longtime Buckhead home in 1977. Boyd now is a retired radiologist and co-author of "The Paleolithic Prescription," and Daphne is a retired interior designer...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The 1906 American foursquare home has low-pitched roofs with broad, overhanging eaves and strong horizontal lines, and a foundation and columns made of Stone Mountain granite. The home is on the Grant Park Candlelight...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Though high maintenance, the Goves decided to keep the original windows in the renovated 1906 house in order to preserve as much of the character as possible. The home is on the Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

With cozy furnishings and views of Grant Park, the porch is Brittney Gove's favorite part of the house to read, listen to music or hang out with her kids.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The home originally was a duplex with two kitchens. The Goves decided to keep the second kitchen, which is in the back of the house, as a separate space for visitors or a catering kitchen for gatherings, such as...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The front porch provides a spacious area for friends, family and neighbors to gather on weekend mornings and venture back and forth from the Grant Park Farmers Market. The floors have a fresh coat of Benjamin Moore...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The mudroom, in the rear of the house, was one of the main renovations by the Goves. The back of the house has two entrances because the house was originally used as a duplex.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The daunting task of decorating high walls was eased by Brittney Gove's willingness to using wallpaper. The architectural black-and-white design in the powder room makes a statement, while a pop of bright blue from...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

In a guest bedroom, which has one of the home's seven fireplaces, Matt Gove's grandmother's rocking chair finds a natural fit with more modern furnishings in a neutral palette.HANDOUT

For Brittney Gove, taking on 11 1/2-foot ceilings was a challenge in decorating. Michele Gratch with Montgomery Gratch Interiors helped her create a comfortable, elegant home for the family. Above the Edison phonograph...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The family's dining room table from their first house serves a new purpose in the wallpapered foyer, which has one of seven fireplaces in the home. The room doubles as a musical space for Brittney Gove and her daughter...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The formal living room is tailored with furnishings from Marty Mason Collected Home and Savvy Snoot and custom pillows with Highland Court fabrics from Duralee.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

After searching for the right chairs to go with the dining room table, the Goves found a match at Scott Antique Market. Interior designer Michele Gratch showed Brittney Gove the pink peacock wallpaper from Clarke...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Goves chose two Benjamin Moore paint shades to bring contrast to their bright kitchen space, with Revere Pewter on the perimeter cabinets and a slightly darker Briarwood on the island.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen was the biggest renovation the Goves had to carry out, but with the help of Renewal Design-Build (now Alair Homes Decatur), they have a space that incorporates a classic feel through the hardwood floors...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The home's eclectic interiors include a variety of textures and patterned fabrics from Thibaut with the foundation of a neutral palette. The walls are painted Sherwin-Williams' Warm Stone.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The fuchsia flowers in the hand-painted, original fireplace tile in the formal living room inspired the interior palette, says homeowner Brittney Gove.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The dining room table from Savvy Snoot was the first piece of furniture the Goves bought for their new home. The detail on the legs of the table make it one of a favorite piece in the home.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The family enjoys most of its meals at the custom-made table and banquette in the breakfast nook. The chairs are from Ballard Designs and recovered with a matching fabric. The home is on the Grant Park Candlelight...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

An oversized mirror from Anthropologie in the master bedroom fits between the molding and gives depth to the space. Much of the flooring in the home is original heart pine.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Draperies maximize the ceiling height in one of the home's six bedrooms, a light and airy spot with a mix of chevron, ikat and other patterns.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Brittney and Matt Gove share the American foursquare-style home in Grant Park with their children, Eleanor, 8, and Lex, 6. Brittney owns Brittney Gove Consulting and Matt is chief consumer officer at Piedmont Healthcare...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Pink pops outside and inside a Sandy Springs mid-century modern home, which was built in 1965. Renovations were completed in 2018 to the home, which has 4,200 square feet, four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths...HANDOUT

The iconic Mah Jong lounge sofa from Roche Bobois is a versatile piece customized with Jean Paul Gaultier fabric. The super soft and comfortable furniture choices make it a family-friendly home, said Harper.HANDOUT

When the Sandy Springs home, which has granite on the exterior, was gutted and redesigned, they used glass to create light and to make the house feel cool and relaxing, said Harper.HANDOUT

The homeowners choose a "white on white" palette with Poliform kitchen from Switch Modern, custom Corian countertops and sinks, and a white faucet from Ferguson.HANDOUT

The inside of the dining room light fixture is plastered with flowers. The FLOS Skygarden pendant is from Switch Modern. "There's so much going on in the room that I love when you're sitting down you get one more...HANDOUT

The slim and restrained light is from Switch Modern and designed by Stickbulb, a Brooklyn company. An oversized drawing by Jeremyville helps carry bits of pink into the black-and-white kitchen.HANDOUT

The entryway has terrazzo cement tiles, a stone feature wall and artwork by Rocco Belin. The current homeowners added a hot pink door in a high gloss and a brass entrance pull from Rocky Mountain Hardware. The renovations...HANDOUT

The Aqua dining table from Roche Bobois is carved out of a slab of Carrara marble with a matte black top in lacquered polyurethane. It's surrounded by Christian Lacroix wallpaper and hot pink chairs from Roche Bobois...HANDOUT

The Poliform kitchen from Switch Modern is minimal and clean, with sleek and slim Miele appliances, said homeowner Gillian Harper. The straight lines of the white cabinets don't distract from the windows and views...HANDOUT

Harper is in a floral phase professionally, as co-founder of Real Men Buy Flowers, so she chose a dramatic oversized wallpaper by British legend Ellie Cashman for her daughter's nursery. The blown-up peonies and...HANDOUT

The sunken lounge and stone fireplace were part of the home's original design. Custom upholstered seating is paired with G3 marble and glass coffee tables from Roche Bobois.HANDOUT

The casual living room is accentuated with a sofa by Italian designer Minotti, through Switch Modern, and a Herman Miller Crosshatch Chair from Design Within Reach. Marble and stone are among materials also used...HANDOUT

The renovations added numerous windows, including the formal lounge, where leather seating defines a TV-free space for adults to gather and appreciate the greenery. The leather sofa and chairs are from RH, and...HANDOUT

A white island faucet, which was custom from Ferguson, integrates into the kitchen's palette. The countertops are Corian.HANDOUT

In the master bedroom, the oversized, custom upholstered bed is by Poliform and AJ 50 wall sconces are by Louis Poulsen, both through Switch Modern. The Cute Cut side table is from Roche Bobois.HANDOUT

Powder rooms should be decadent and fun, Harper said. Hers repeats the black-and-white palette in the rest of the home, with Jean Paul Gaultier wallpaper, and white countertops and fixtures from Ferguson.HANDOUT

New windows and modern artwork enhance the updated feel of the renovated 1960s Sandy Springs home.HANDOUT

Picture windows bring the outdoors into the casual dining area. The table and chairs are designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son furniture, a Danish company, and purchased from Switch Modern.HANDOUT

A favorite element is the Jean Paul Gaultier wallpaper in a tattoo design on the powder room walls in her modern home. Harper also the print for Roche Bobois Mah Jong sofa in her casual sitting room.HANDOUT

The formal dining room is an explosion of fun, said Harper. The Roche Bobois chairs, designed by Cedric Ragot Chair, are in fluorescent pink with leg bases in metallic gold finish. She worked with designer Linda...HANDOUT

Solid granite fireplaces and feature walls are among favorite architectural elements in the Sandy Springs home. The formal lounge is outfitted with chairs covered in deep green velvet, a Glas Italia coffee table...HANDOUT

After seeing Corian countertops in various places, including the bathroom of a luxury hotel with interiors by Philippe Starck, Harper chose the material for their home. The countertops and sinks are paired with...HANDOUT

Gillian Harper, with daughter Ophelia, 22 months, is a former attorney who co-founded Real Men Buy Flowers.HANDOUT

A pool was built in 2002, and in 2010 the Suraskys added a freestanding garage to the Virginia-Highland property, with space for an office above. The garage, built by Dovetail Craftsmen, adds to the backyard a pop...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

The Suraskys built a combination pool house and potting shed in the backyard in 2006, adding a Terra-cotta roof to match the house.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

Deep hues of red, orange and brown in Morris & Co.'s Compton wallpaper joins together the cozy den and the office area with desks and chairs from Stickley furniture. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

In the guest bath, a dark green marble and similar tones in the Morris & Co. Arbutus wallpaper are contrasted with the Calcutta Gold marble countertop from Inman Park Marble and Granite.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

Two stray cats have become part of the Surasky household over the years, earning their own cat room in the expanded attic space. Cat-centric pieces of art were found at art.com.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

Included in the Surasky's master suite is a conveniently located laundry alcove, as well as a morning kitchen where the couple can prepare coffee to enjoy on the morning porch.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

The house faces west and enjoys plenty of exposure to the sun from the morning porch. The chairs and couch are from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, and the coffee table is from Bungalow. The blinds are through Smith...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

In the master suite, a Fanimation fan draws the eye upward and outward. The bed, from High Point, N.C., is completed with Libeco Belgian linens from Lewis and Sheron Textiles.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

Valerie Surasky's bath incorporates a deep Emperador marble floor, with a soaking tub set beneath a window and wallpaper from Morris & Co. Adjacent to the bath is her walk-in closet.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

Charles Surasky loves trains, and a blueprint of a train car is the focal point of his seaglass-tiled bath. He built the vanity.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

The guest bath incorporates an antique Danish table repurposed as a vanity and finished with Kohler fixtures. Morris & Co.'s Pomegranate wallpaper adds a touch of whimsy.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

The guest room is decorated in soft hues, with Kate Spade lamps, antique Danish side tables and bedding by Eileen Fisher.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Emily Jenkins

The house faces west and enjoys plenty of exposure to the sun from the morning porch. The chairs and couch are from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, and the coffee table is from Bungalow. The blinds are through Smith...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

In the master suite, a Fanimation fan draws the eye upward and outward. The bed, from High Point, N.C., is completed with Libeco Belgian linens from Lewis and Sheron Textiles.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

Valerie Surasky's bath incorporates a deep Emperador marble floor, with a soaking tub set beneath a window and wallpaper from Morris & Co. Adjacent to the bath is her walk-in closet.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

Charles Surasky loves trains, and a blueprint of a train car is the focal point of his seaglass-tiled bath. He built the vanity.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

The guest bath incorporates an antique Danish table repurposed as a vanity and finished with Kohler fixtures. Morris & Co.'s Pomegranate wallpaper adds a touch of whimsy.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

The guest room is decorated in soft hues, with Kate Spade lamps, antique Danish side tables and bedding by Eileen Fisher.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

During renovations, the Suraskys tore down a wall that separated the kitchen from what was once a bedroom. Now a kitchen den, the space creates an easy transition to the backyard and a casual living space with a...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

The bold powder room boasts Million Dollar Red paint from Benjamin Moore, a black-and-white marble floor and a Waterworks mirror.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

Valerie Surasky enjoys using the Garland range to prepare international cuisines like French, Thai and Indian food in her renovated kitchen.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

Jere Bowden designed the Surasky's kitchen, which they said took six months of planning and six months of construction. Rutt maple cabinets with a taupe wash are topped with Violetta granite. Franke sinks are paired...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

The master suite is decorated with two maps. The Paris portion was bought at The Frick Collection in New York City, and the Rome portion was found at an old architectural bookstore in Atlanta.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

A Circa Lighting chandelier casts a striking figure above the Barbara Barry table and chairs in the dining room. Large French advertisements are a design theme throughout the home.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

Valerie Surasky's professional experience includes paralegal work, as well as a five-year span as the interior decorator for Emory University's law school and library. Charles Surasky worked in construction while...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Emily Jenkins

The five-bedroom, three-bath Woodstock home was built in 2013 by Ashton Woods. The home is on the Woodstock Junior Woman's Club Annual Holiday Tour of Homes on Nov. 10-11.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

Personalized touches include a monogrammed wreath in the home, which is on the Woodstock Junior Woman's Club Annual Holiday Tour of Homes on Nov. 10-11.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The front porch of the Craftsman-style home, built in 2013, has spaces for a bright seating niche with rustic flair because of a wooden spool-turned-table.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

In the sunroom, industrial wheels added to a wooden spool turned it into a side table next to the daybed. She also attached wood to the metal sconces, which makes them stand out.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The built-ins in the home office have a weathered look, and accessories such as baskets and painted vases that fit with the farmhouse-style interiors.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The two-story living room is decorated with a palette of blues, grays, tans and creams. "I've slowly gone room to room and completely redecorated," Leah Elliott said. The house is on the Woodstock Junior Woman's...Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

In the first-floor playroom a long storage unit with baskets is topped with cushions for an instant window seat. Leah Elliott wrapped foam from Joann with outdoor fabric for the cushions, and she and her mom used...Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The dining room chairs are antique with bright turquoise fabric were antique market finds. "I scooped them up," said Leah Elliott.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

With stain in a natural wood color and chalk paint, a dining table that belonged to Josh Elliott's grandfather was transformed into a desk for the home office.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

For a kid-friendly reading nook, matching chairs, in green and blue, are nestled beside crates used as individual bookshelves.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

Textured details include the basket-shaped light fixture in the sunroom.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

A daybed is set up as a sofa in the sunroom, which also serves as a music space with a piano the couple inherited. The daybed was purchased secondhand from an online garage sale.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The custom kitchen table is by Southern Merle Woodworks. The table, which has two pedestal bases and natural wood top, fits with the home's farmhouse-style interior.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

Leah Elliott said she likes the clean and crisp elements of farmhouse style. It doesn't require over-the-top decorations, but is a more simple and minimized look, she said.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

Painting the originally beige walls Sherwin-Williams' Agreeable Gray warmed up the open living spaces, says homeowner Leah Elliott. The couches were purchased at Woodstock Furniture & Mattress Outlet, and just beyond...Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The open kitchen has room for both an island with stools, and the custom kitchen table is by Southern Merle Woodworks. Leah Elliott got into DIY projects by making signs before trying other projects. "Start with...Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The dining room table was purchased at Nadeau in Marietta, with antique chairs.

Throughout the home, the couple updated the walls with special treatments, such as board and batten in one of their son's bedrooms.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

The towel rack in her son's bathroom uses reclaimed wood, iron hooks and industrial pipes.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

Josh and Leah Elliott, with their children, Blake, 4, and Gavin, 7, purchased the home in 2013. Josh is a surgical physician assistant and Leah is a social worker.Text by Lori Johnston /Photos by Reann Huber

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